Welcome to the THERAPY-IV Deep Sea Fishing Blog. Captain Stan Saffan and his crew of deep sea sportfishing experts have been fishing the South Florida waters for over 40 years, providing private and shared deep sea and Biscayne Bay charter boat experiences of a lifetime to thousands of people that have had a chance to fish with them. It doesn’t matter if it’s your first time fishing in Miami or you are a master big game monster catcher, you can count on the THERAPY-IV to make your day at sea a memorable one.

We would also love to hear from you! Whether your Deep Sea Fishing Experience was with us or on your own, tell us about it! This will be a place to discuss all things Sports Fishing! Everything from products to techniques, we want to hear it all! I look forward to hearing from all you avid Deep Sea Fishermen out there!

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

We at The THERAPY-IV are excited to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving and hope everyone is able to be next to their loved ones on this special occasion. Thanksgiving is a time to honor our country’s history, as well as appreciate all the good things in our lives. It is also a time to celebrate family traditions, as well as make new ones!

This year, try taking a trip out to sea! Our Miami Deep Sea Fishing experiences are fun for the whole family. With over 40 years experience fishing the Atlantic and bay waters of Miami, the Therapy-IV team is the best team to spend a day out on the sea with. We have an expert crew and two fantastic 58-foot vessels fully-equipped to catch any fish traversing our waters, as well as accommodate groups of 6 on each boat.

Located in Halouver Marina, The THERAPY-IV fleet is just 6 minutes from the gulfstream. You can find a huge variety of species in the Atlantic waters of Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, most of them visible all year round. Some include numerous types of sharks, Marlin, Dolphin fish, Tuna, Grouper, Barracuda, Snapper, Black Sea Bass, and Kingfish, among many others. Check out pictures of some of the monsters we have caught deep-sea fishing on the Daily Catch section of our website. We also have a YouTube page filled with exciting catches. That could be you and your family on your next fishing trip with Therapy-IV!

I’m Captain Stan of the Therapy-IV crew and I’ve been a passionate sports fisherman since I was a young man. I am, along with the rest of my crew, dedicated to providing the best charter fishing experience to anyone ready to experience ultimate deep sea fishing. To plan your trip with us, call us at 305-945-1578.

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

At The THERAPY-IV, we have long claimed to be the best Miami Deep Sea Fishing charter you could ever experience. We are incredibly confident in the services we offer because we have over 40 years experience fishing these waters, along with videos of some of the best catches you will ever see in Miami and Biscayne Bay. If you want to witness what we’ve got, check out our YouTube page at http://www.youtube.com/TherapyIV. Once you watch these videos, you’ll see what keeps us feeling so good and loving what we do.

There are a LOT of clips to enjoy, and if you don’t feel like sifting through all of them, I’d like to highlight a few. First, there is a Hammerhead catch that took us over an hour to reel in; a worthy opponent- he wiggled around the deck for a bit. Next is a gorgeous Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) catch with lovely color that made a beautiful picture. Also, check out this fantastic Sailfish catch found just a few miles off the coast of Miami Beach. We recently hosted a Brown-footed Booby release that was truly inspiring. There’s much more to see on our YouTube page, so have a look and see what we’re all about!

You can find a huge variety of species in the Atlantic waters of Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, most of them visible all year round. Some include numerous types of sharks, Marlin, Dolphin fish, Tuna, Grouper, Barracuda, Snapper, Black Sea Bass, and Kingfish, among many others. Check out pictures of some of the monsters we have caught deep-sea fishing on the Daily Catch section of our website: http://therapy4.com/daily_catch.php. That could be you and your family on your next fishing trip with Therapy-IV!

I’m Captain Stan of The THERAPY-IV crew and I’ve been a passionate sports fisherman since I was a young man. To plan your trip with us, call us at 305-945-1578.

Monday, November 18, 2013

This Holiday season give your loved one a special gift- the gift of adventure! The THERAPY-IV’s Miami Deep Sea Fishing trips are South Florida’s premiere fishing charters, with a skilled crew and set in the beautiful waters Miami is famous for. Our experience, crew, and unrivaled understanding of Miami’s waters is what has earned us the TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice award for 2013 and TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for the past three years.

Our fishing experience is perfect for anyone, beginners and seasoned alike. Book a trip with us and see why, to seasoned anglers, there is nothing more thrilling than the tell-tale tug of a “monster” on the fishing line. Monsters, as they are affectionately nick-named, refer to big game fish. Deep Sea Fishing is an adventure available to anyone through The THERAPY-IV fleet- our boats are even outfitted for wheelchair accessible fishing. Our fleet consists of two magnificent, huge yachts fully-equipped to catch a variety of fish, such as Marlin, Sailfish, Sharks, Dolphin (Mahi-Mahi or Dorado), Tuna, Wahoo, Barracuda, Snappers, and many more. These features include a large tuna tower for spotting big game, giant live bait tanks, giant outriggers for spacing the baits apart and a giant flying bridge with a captain’s chair and two fighting chairs. The cockpit fishing area is equipped with a giant transom door for boating the monsters safely. Deluxe amenities, such as air conditioning, TV, XM satellite radio, bar counter, shower, and more, can be enjoyed on our boats.

Located in Halouver Marina, The THERAPY-IV fleet is just 6 minutes from the gulf stream, a prime spot for catching many types of fish as they migrate. I, Captain Stan Saffan of THERAPY-IV fleet, as well as my crew, have over 40 years experience fishing Miami’s coastline, which makes us experts on the art of baiting and catching monsters. Booking a fishing trip with The THERAPY-IV is easy-reservations can be placed online or over the phone at 305-945-1578.

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Last week, the Miami International Car Show kicked off, running from November 8 to 17 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. If you haven’t attended the event, be sure to check it out this weekend, there’s only a few days left! The show is perfect for avid car lovers and novices alike, so if you’re looking for a fun experience, don’t miss this popular Miami event!

Recognized as one of the largest and most prestigious auto events in the nation, it showcases more than a thousand new vehicles from over 40 manufacturers from around the world. This world-famous venue includes such popular exhibits as Topless in Miami, which displays convertible cars in a picturesque Miami environment, and Havana Classics, which celebrates the nostalgic vehicles of the 1950s. Other attractions include Ride and Drive, where visitors will be given the opportunity to learn about and test drive a number of the latest vehicles on offer from the manufacturers, and Million Dollar Alley, the event’s collection of luxury vehicles ranging from Ferrari to Lamborghini. It doesn’t stop there. From antique automobile selections and exhibits, to impressive tours on the latest Jeep models, there’s something for everyone at this auto-lovers paradise.

This year will mark the show’s 43rd anniversary, located in the same venue it opened in since 1971. Back then, it was among a handful of major auto shows in America. Now, there are 60 annual auto shows and this production is still among the largest. Since its establishment, the show sought to include the latest technologies in the industry, providing attendees with the chance to see them firsthand. This is a tradition that has maintained, attracting automobile enthusiasts to see one of America’s oldest and best auto extravaganzas.

When you’re done with that, make your way over to Haulover Marina for a Miami Deep Sea Fishing trip with The THERAPY-IV like no other! Contact me, Captain Stan, for further information by calling 305-945-1578.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

By now you’ve probably heard of “Movember,” November’s Prostate Cancer Awareness campaign that challenges men to change their appearance and the face of men’s health by growing a moustache. The rules are simple, start Movember 1st clean-shaven and proceed to grow a moustache for the entire month. The moustache becomes the ribbon for men’s health, the means by which awareness and funds are raised for cancers that affect men. Much like the commitment to run or walk for charity, the men of Movember commit to growing a moustache for 30 days.

The idea for Movember was sparked in 2003 over a few beers in Melbourne, Australia. The plan was to simultaneously bring the moustache back as a bit of a joke and do something for men’s health. No money was raised in 2003, but the guys behind the Mo realized the potential a moustache had in generating conversations about men’s health. Inspired by the women around them and all they had done for breast cancer, the Mo Bros set themselves on a course to create a global men’s health movement.

In 2004 the campaign evolved and focused on raising awareness and funds for the number one cancer affecting men – prostate cancer. 432 Mo Bros joined the movement that year, raising $55,000 for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia - representing the single largest donation they had ever received.

The Movember moustache has continued to grow year after year, expanding to the US, UK, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, Spain, South Africa, the Netherlands and Finland. In 2009, global participation of Mo Bros and Mo Sistas climbed to 255,755, with over one million donors raising $42 Million US equivalent dollars for Movember’s global beneficiary partners.

Make your way to Haulover Marina with your mustache and take a trip with The THERAPY-IV crew for a Miami Deep Sea Fishing experience like no other! Contact me, Captain Stan, for further information by calling 305-945-1578.

Friday, November 8, 2013

Stay tuned this weekend for one of the season’s most-anticipated games of the year- the battle on Saturday between the ‘Canes and the Hokies. On the line: an inside track to the ACC Coastal Division title with little margin for error as the regular season winds down.

The American college football rivalry between the Miami Hurricanes football team of the University of Miami and Virginia Tech Hokies football team of Virginia Tech is a longstanding one that developed when the Hokies became a member of the Big East Conference for football in 1995. The Hurricanes and Hokies football teams first met on November 13, 1953 in Miami. Miami and Virginia Tech have met in two bowl games, the 1966 Liberty Bowl and the 1980 Peach Bowl. When the ACC expanded in 2004, both Miami and Virginia Tech became members of the ACC. Both teams continue to compete annually as part of the ACC's Coastal Division.

Taking a pre-emptive look at Saturday’s game, Virginia Tech has a 6-4 advantage over Miami since joining the ACC and is 12-6 since notching its first-ever series win back in 1995. The Hurricanes won last year's Thursday night showdown at Sun Life Stadium, 30-12, but prior to that had dropped 5-of-6 to the Hokies. Atlantic Coast Conference realignment—the addition of Syracuse and Pittsburgh—resulted in a second straight match-up between Miami and Virginia Tech in South Florida, an obvious break for the Hurricanes. Miami (7-1) enters this week's contest coming off a 41-14 loss to Florida State in Tallahassee. Virginia Tech (6-3) has dropped two straight, falling to Boston College and Duke back-to-back-weeks.

We at The THERAPY-IV love our sports and will be keeping you up-to-date on latest news and updates in College and Pro Football.. If you’re looking for a thrilling day out, consider us for your next Miami Deep Sea Fishing trip. Call me, Captain Stan, at 305-945-1578.

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Yesterday, the Miami Heat came out victorious against the Toronto Raptors with a score of 104-95. They struggled the first half but managed a big second half with help from a monster individual performance by LeBron James.

While the Raptors outplayed the Heat for most of the first two quarters, LeBron kept his team within reach until everyone else on the team came alive. He finished the game with a season-high statline that would be ridiculous for any other player in the league: 35 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. In comparison, Dwyane Wade had 20 on Tuesday and Ray Allen scored 14 points for Miami, which lost at Philadelphia on Oct. 30 and was beaten 101-100 at Brooklyn on Nov. 1.

Miami topped 100 points for the fifth straight game, extending their team-record run to begin the season. With a putback dunk at 2:31 of the first quarter, James became the fifth player in NBA history to score 10 points or more in 500 consecutive games.

"When I see a stat like that, I'm like 'Wow,' because I know the history of the game, I know the guys who paved the way for myself and my teammates," James said. "To be in such a great class like that, it's an amazing feeling."

James has reached double figures in every game since being held to eight points at Milwaukee on Jan. 5, 2007. He scored 19 at New Jersey the following night.

"In practice, during shootaround and during games, he's a consistent player, period," Wade said. "I'm not surprised by that. Just more surprised at how he's been able to keep himself out there on the floor."

We at The Therapy-IV love our sports and will be keeping you up-to-date on latest news and updates in basketball. What better way to celebrate this week's victory than to enjoy a day out at sea and enjoying the famous Miami climate. If you’re looking for a thrilling day out, consider us for your next Miami Beach Deep Sea Fishing trip. Call me, Captain Stan, at 305-945-1578.

Monday, November 4, 2013

To
seasoned anglers, there is nothing more thrilling than the tell-tale tug of a
“monster” on the fishing line. Monsters, as they are affectionately nick-named,
refer to big game fish such as Marlin. The Marlin, iconic inspiration for the
Miami Marlins and Hemingway’s animal protagonist in The Old Man and the Sea, is
especially considered by many fishermen to be the pinnacle of deep sea fishing.
This is due to the size, power, and speed of the species, which weigh, on
average, between 200 to 400 lbs and can swim as fast as 70 miles/hour. MiamiMarlin fishing is an adventure available to anyone through The THERAPY-IV
fleet- its boats are even outfitted for wheelchair accessible fishing.

In the past, it required
considerable skill to capture a Marlin, but the top-of-the-line equipment found
on the THERAPY-IV makes fishing them today more plausible, effective, and
comfortable. These features include a large tuna tower for spotting Marlins and
other big game, giant live bait tanks, giant outriggers for spacing the baits
apart and a giant flying bridge with a captain’s chair and two fighting chairs.
Marlins tend to flap wildly after being caught, but the cockpit fishing area is
equipped with a giant transom door for boating the monsters safely.

Located
in Halouver Marina, The THERAPY-IV fleet is just 6 minutes from the gulf
stream, a prime spot for catching Blue and White Marlins as they migrate. We at
The THERAPY-IV have over 40 years experience fishing Miami’s coastline, which
makes us the experts on the art of baiting and catching marlin. Booking a
fishing trip with The THERAPY-IV is easy-reservations can be placed online or
over the phone- and pricing is reasonable- we match any legitimate pricing of
comparable fishing charter boat services.

We set sail 7 days a week, twice daily between 8 am and 5 pm. Contact me, Captain Stan, for further information by calling 305-945-1578.

Friday, November 1, 2013

This season, the Miami Heat are going to have to battle one of the strongest fields of competition in recent memory in order to win a third straight NBA title. From the Pacers, Nets and Bulls in the Eastern Conference to the Spurs and Thunder in the West, the targets remain a force to be reckoned with for the second year in a row; but, analysts express a positive outlook for our local team.

An article from the Washington Post provides insight on the upcoming season:

“Including playoffs, the Heat won 78 percent of their games against Eastern Conference opponents last season — the third-best winning percentage any NBA team posted against its own half of the league in the last 16 years. The Heat won 39 of their final 45 matchups with East foes, on the way to capturing the conference title for the third straight year.“Each and every night, to get up and play at your best, it can be challenging,” said Reggie Miller, the Hall of Fame player who’s now an analyst for TNT. “And with those other teams getting better, it could be a long haul. But, look, as long as you have the best player on the planet, you can never really discount the Heat. And that’s what they have. They always have the ultimate trump card in LeBron James.”The Heat outscored East clubs by 562 points with James on the floor last season. How dominant is that? Dwyane Wade was No. 2 on that plus-minus list, 192 points behind the league’s four-time MVP. James scored 1,653 points against East teams last season, one point less than New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony managed against the conference’s teams. Anthony took 244 more shots, though.”

Catch the Heat tonight in a game against the Brooklyn Nets at 8 pm on ESPN. If you’re looking for a thrilling day out, consider The THERAPY-IV for your next Miami Deep Sea Fishing trip. Call me, Captain Stan, at 305-945-1578.

A Nice Catch!

About Me

I started out fishing at the age of seven with my father and brother, both on fishing piers and on drift-fishing boats here in Miami, Florida. I started working on the all-day drift-fishing boats as a deckhand, and then I was promoted to first mate on the weekends at the age of thirteen. By that time I had experienced catching just about everything that swims and bites.
I continued working every weekend, holiday and summer, learning more about the art and skill of fishing these Florida waters, I knew that I was on my way to an exciting career and someday would be a captain of my own fleet of charter boats. After college I started working full time on the first “THERAPY” and built my first charter fishing boat in 1976. In 2010, my fourth boat THERAPY-IV was completed. It is the most amazing fishing boat that anyone could ever think of building.
The THERAPY-IV is the ultimate in luxury for deep sea fishing and a one of a kind experience for those looking to catch big fish off the coast of Miami in the deep sea fishing spots we know best or at some great spots around Biscayne Bay.
Let’s go fishing!!! The next big monster is out there waiting for you.